Child Care Center Cook

Learning Care Group, Inc.; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist at Learning Care Group, Inc. is responsible for overall food preparation for the school’s enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules.

As a Food Specialist, you will be at home in the kitchen, creating home-style, nutritious meals within the school's menu and budget while following the daily menu and regulatory requirements. You will maintain inventory and assist in classrooms as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for multiple individuals in a childcare facility.
• Willingness to learn and follow state/local regulations.
• Flexible hours and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepare home-style, nutritious meals and snacks.
• Follow daily menus and comply with USDA/licensing rules.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies.
• Support classroom needs as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking experience

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Job description

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Working at a childcare center is something special.

The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school’s enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules.

As a Food Specialist, you will be:

• At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms.
• Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.
• Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
• Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Job Requirements:

• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred.
• A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
• Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.